Experts disagree on who needs it and when. Here’s what the evidence suggests. By Michelle Crouch Perhaps the most unpleasant part of an eye exam is when the doctor squeezes in the dreaded drops to ...

On the other hand, Dr. William Barlow of the University of Utah's Moran Eye Center notes, "Dilation isn't always required. In fact, if you are seeing your eye doctor solely to get a prescription, ...

A yearly dilated eye exam could protect more than just your vision. Problems spotted in the eye are often the first warning of disease elsewhere in the body. Fortunately, eye doctors may be the first ...

The PERRLA test is a standard eye examination that can help healthcare professionals diagnose a wide range of health issues, including vision problems and some neurological conditions. People may ...

Eye dilation usually lasts four to six hours, but it can last longer depending on various factors. Light-colored eyes may stay dilated longer after an exam. After an eye exam, you may receive special ...

It may be time for an eye exam when daily life starts giving clues: night driving feels harder, reading takes more effort, ...

The dark part of your eye is called the pupil. Pupils can grow or shrink according to different lighting conditions. Other factors, such as drugs, can also affect pupil size. Read on to find out which ...

At my job, I'm going to be working with a new laser soon, and as such, I have to pass some certifications to become a laser operator. One of the requirements is that I take an eye exam to determine if ...